Radio Programme Production

Paper Code: 
24JMC324(B)
Credits: 
6
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to analyse broadcast spectrum management and emerging trends in India, refine speech techniques, understand public service broadcasting policies, inspect newsroom structures and roles, and examine studio operations and technology.

Course Outcomes: 

 

Course

Learning outcome (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course

Title

24JMC324(B)

 

Radio Broadcasting and Programming (Theory)

 

CO115: Analyse Broadcast Spectrum Management and Emerging Trends in India.

CO116: Demonstrate techniques for Breathing, Speech, and Articulation.

CO117:  Discuss and observe policies and practices in Public Service Broadcasting.

CO118:  Inspect Newsroom: structure, roles and editorial management.

CO119:  Examine Studio Operations, Sound Editing and Newsroom Technology.

CO120: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

 

Approach in teaching:

Lecture cum Discussion

Tool (Power Point Presentation)

Analysing different Radio reports.

Case study methodology can be applied

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Simulation, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks, Field practical

Class test,

Continuous Assessment Test

Semester end examination

Assignments

 

18.00
Unit I: 
Broadcast Spectrum Trends in India
  • Broadcast Spectrum in India
  • The Medium: Role of Sound, Characteristics, Strengths and Limits
  • Broadcasting Techniques
  • New Forms and Formats
  • Role of MIB and Guidelines

 

18.00
Unit II: 
Empowering the Voice
  • Breathing and Voice Exercises
  • Speech Training
  • Diaphragmatic Breathing
  • Speech and Diction Copy and Commercial writing
  • Preparing Audition Recording

 

18.00
Unit III: 
Shaping the Airwaves
  • Public Service Broadcasting- Broadcasting policy
  • Broadcasting code and limitations
  • AIR and Private Broadcasters
  • Commercial Broadcasting policy
  • Community Radio policy

 

18.00
Unit IV: 
Newsroom: Structure, Roles and Editorial Management
  • Newsroom organization -structure and functions
  • Different editorial positions in newsroom and their roles and responsibilities
  • Managing News Bulletins, Headlines
  • Radio News Magazine
  • Podcasting
18.00
Unit V: 
Studio Operations, Sound Editing and Newsroom Technology
  • Off air/On air studios and their working
  • Online Sound Editing
  • Online Sound editing software
  • Newsroom software
  • Phone-In and Radio Bridge

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Hausman, C., Messere, F. and O’Donnell, Lewis B. (2012). Modern Radio Production: Production, Programming and Performance. Boston. Wadsworth.
  • Keith, Michael C. (2010). The Radio Station: Broadcast Satellite and Internet Oxford. Focal Press.
  • Richard, A. (1971). Radio Programme Production: A Manual for Training. Paris. UNESCO.
  • Thomson, R. (2010). Writing for Broadcast Journalists. New York. Routledge.
  • Neelamkar. M. (2017). Radio Programme Production. New Delhi. PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
  • Parameswaran. (2012). Radio Broadcasting: A Reader's Guide. New Delhi. Authors Press.
  • Saxena, A. (2011).  Radio in New Avtar: AM to FM. New Delhi. Kanishka Publishers and Distributors.
  • Wadia, A. (2008). Film Television and Radio Production: Elements Dimensions and Trends. New Delhi. Kanishka Publishers and Distributors.

 

References: 
  • Barzman, A. (2004). Radio Advertising- A Guide to Creating, Voicing and Producing Great Radio Commercials. Chandigarh. Unistar Books Pvt. Ltd.
  • Fossard, Esta De &Riber, J. (2005). Writing and Producing Radio Dramas. New Delhi. SAGE Publications.
  • Gandhi, Ved P. (2009). Handbook of Television and Radio Broadcasting. New Delhi. Kanishka Publishers and Distributors.
  • Kumar Dilip (2017). Radio Journalism and Production. New Delhi. Galgotia Publishing Company
  • McLeish, R. (2005). Radio Production. Burlington, USA. Focal Press.

E-Resources

 

Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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